{
  "id": 10143501,
  "title": "HK requires AI talent: FS",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/hk-requires-ai-talent-fs-10143501",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-09-27T05:13:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "RTHK News",
    "slug": "rthk-news",
    "url": "https://news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/component/k2/1871726-20260927.htm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Financial Secretary Paul Chan emphasized during a recent blog post that artificial intelligence (AI) would create new job opportunities and spur economic growth in Hong Kong. The city's exports grew by 53 percent year-on-year in August, driven by demand for AI-related products, and the government remains confident in achieving a GDP growth forecast of 3.5 percent to 4.5 percent this year. Chan believes AI will introduce novel job types and opportunities to the city, stating that \"we need talented people who understand the AI industry and have the courage to explore AI applications, as well as those in fields that even the most powerful AI cannot replace.\"\n\nChan stressed the importance of AI literacy in the workforce and the need for broader upskilling to maintain Hong Kong's competitive edge in the market, prepare for AI development, and help residents adapt to technological advancements. The government plans to support AI education and training initiatives, with more than 200 courses and activities expected by 2028. In other news, Chan visited Doha, Qatar on Sunday to attend an Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank meeting where he aimed to share Hong Kong's experiences in infrastructure development, regional connectivity, sustainable development, and promote the city's new advantages under its alignment with national development strategies. Chan also highlighted the importance of Sino-US cooperation and communication in providing market stability and supporting global economic development.",
  "summary": "Financial Secretary Paul Chan on Sunday said artificial intelligence would bring new job opportunities to Hong Kong while boosting economic growth. Writing in his weekly blog, Chan said driven by the demands for AI-related electronic products, the city’s exports recorded year-on-year growth of 53 percent in August. He said the government was confident in achieving its GDP growth forecast of 3.5…",
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        "outlet": "RTHK English",
        "title": "HK requires AI talent: FS",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/hk-requires-ai-talent-fs",
        "published": "2026-09-27T05:13:42.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}